Light the Torch (formerly Devil You Know) is an American metalcore band for… Read Full Bio ↴Light the Torch (formerly Devil You Know) is an American metalcore band formed in Los Angeles, California, United States, in 2012. On July 26, 2017, the band announced via social media that they have changed their name to Light the Torch, without explanation beyond stating "A full statement will be made soon and a new album is very close to being completed. It’s a new beginning and we couldn’t be more excited.” Jones revealed in an interview on October 13, 2017, that the band had to change its name due to legal issues surrounding Sankey's departure from the band, and how the latter wanted to claim part copyright of the name.

Raise The Dead
Light The Torch Lyrics

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I have been hiding in plain site
And no one knows
I am the void of each night
Where nothing grows

This could be for us the spark of life
(That we've waited for)
Even if you dare to draw the knife

(Theres so much more)
We'll raise the dead tonight

Tomorrow is already changing
Now lift your eyes
This is ours for the taking
Don't be paralyzed

I crave you so much more

This could be for us the spark of life
(That we've waited for)
Even if you dare to draw the knife
(Theres so much more)
We'll raise the dead tonight

(Theres so much more)
(Theres so much more)

To the dearly departed
We've never left your side

This could be for us the spark of life
(That we've waited for)
Even if you dare to draw the knife
(Theres so much more)

This could be for us the spark of life
(That we've waited for)
Even if you dare to draw the knife
(Theres so much more)
We'll raise the dead tonight

We'll raise the dead tonight

Overall Meaning

In the first verse of "Raise the Dead," Light the Torch explores the feeling of being invisible and unacknowledged, despite being present among others. The song's protagonist confesses to "hiding in plain sight," suggesting that although they may be physically present, they are emotionally and mentally withdrawn. The second line of the verse furthers this isolation by describing themselves as "the void of each night, where nothing grows." This line speaks to a deep internal emptiness and lack of growth.

The chorus of the song offers a hopeful point of view, depicting a potential "spark of life" that could bring vitality and renewed energy to the singer's world. The lyrics encourage the listener to overcome their fears and worries, emphasizing the idea that the future is malleable and change is always possible. The line "We'll raise the dead tonight" acts as a call to action, suggesting that the listener has the power to awaken and embrace a new, more meaningful existence.

In the final verse of the song, Light the Torch pays tribute to those who have passed away, stating: "To the dearly departed, we've never left your side." This line speaks to the idea that memories and love are eternal, and that even in death, we can find comfort and connection.

Line by Line Meaning

I have been hiding in plain site
I have been concealing myself in plain view

And no one knows
Nobody is aware

I am the void of each night
I am the emptiness that occupies every night

Where nothing grows
A place where growth is impossible

This could be for us the spark of life
This moment has the potential to ignite our lives

(That we've waited for)
(The moment we've been anticipating)

Even if you dare to draw the knife
Even if you take a risk and make sacrifices

(Theres so much more)
(There is a lot more to gain)

We'll raise the dead tonight
We will reinvigorate ourselves tonight

Tomorrow is already changing
The future is already different from today

Now lift your eyes
Look up and take notice